landmass

[land-mas]

landmass Definition

a large continuous area of land, especially one that makes up a continent.

Using landmass: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "landmass" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The Eurasian landmass is the largest in the world.

• Example

  Australia is the smallest landmass.

• Example

  The Americas are two separate landmasses connected by the Isthmus of Panama.

landmass Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for landmass

• continent
• land
• mainland
• terra firma

Phrases with landmass

• submerged landmass

  a landmass that is entirely or partially underwater

  Example

  The Hawaiian Islands are a series of submerged landmasses.

• continental landmass

  a landmass that is part of a continent

  Example

  The Sahara Desert is located in the northern part of the African continental landmass.

• oceanic landmass

  a landmass that is not part of a continent and is located in the ocean

  Example

  Hawaii is an example of an oceanic landmass.

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Summary: landmass in Brief

A 'landmass' [land-mas] is a large continuous area of land, often referring to a continent. It can also refer to submerged landmasses, such as the Hawaiian Islands, or oceanic landmasses like Hawaii. Examples include 'The Eurasian landmass is the largest in the world.' and 'The Americas are two separate landmasses connected by the Isthmus of Panama.'